salaryBuffalo is 9% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Buffalo to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,651
$1,397
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,565
$1,121
💵 Families earn per year
$111,392
$53,969
🔑 Buying a house
$395,900
$164,200
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
105.4
95.8
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,982
$1,622
⚡ Electric bill per month
$136
$99
👥 People living there
288,976
276,854
Commute to work
18.8 min
19.9 min
College degree
38.7%
31.2%
Own their home
63.9%
43%
Below poverty line
8.9%
26%
Unemployment
4.6%
7.3%
Bottom line
- Pick Anchorage for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
- Pick Buffalo for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Anchorage | Buffalo | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $26,080 | $46,580 | +79% in Buffalo |
| Dental Hygienist | $132,740 | $82,470 | -38% in Buffalo |
| Police Officer | $115,020 | $80,950 | -30% in Buffalo |
| HVAC Technician | $85,620 | $62,180 | -27% in Buffalo |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $82,330 | $63,370 | -23% in Buffalo |
| Software Developer | $104,030 | $127,850 | +23% in Buffalo |
| Plumber | $93,600 | $72,230 | -23% in Buffalo |
| Physician Assistant | $152,710 | $126,360 | -17% in Buffalo |
Frequently asked questions
Is Anchorage or Buffalo cheaper to live in?
Buffalo is about 9% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,397 a month there versus $1,651 in Anchorage.
What salary do I need in Buffalo to match $60,000 in Anchorage?
About $54,550 a year gives the same standard of living in Buffalo.
Where do people earn more, Anchorage or Buffalo?
The typical household earns $111,392 in Anchorage and $53,969 in Buffalo, 106% more in Anchorage.